The garment business is being revolutionized by a new material derived from tea waste. Instead of using typical leather, Wastea cleverly recycles tea trash that would otherwise be burned or dumped in landfills. A fascinating challenge for product, fashion, and…
COS architectural creative lead Marcus Cole explains how more sustainable design principles were used in its recently opened concept stores, in this exclusive video produced by Dezeen for the brand. The brand recently opened two stores, located in Stockholm and Mexico City, which according to COS exemplify its commitment to sustainable building and circular design. Cole
Design eventsPresenting eco-friendly products, materials, and cutting-edge technologyThe 2023 Sustainable Design China Summit is back. Taking place at Beijing Exhibition Center from September 21-23, it’s an essential event for those aiming to shape a sustainable future, including designers, architects, developers, and decision makersThe emphasis of the Sustainable Design China Summit will be on pioneering, environment-enhancing
DesignA sustainable solution amidst an evolving landscape of conscious consumptionIn a time marked by the prevalence of disposable consumption, the prominence of seeking a sustainable alternative that individuals readily adopt has grown significantly. Studio Wood’s pursuit through the Chilly’s Reusable Cutlery project directly addresses this specific requirementAs Studio Wood embarked on the design journey for
Design eventsINDEX Saudi Arabia is expected to embrace sustainable and tech innovationsThe interior design and fitout market in Saudi Arabia is experiencing a significant transformation and growth, fueled by the surge in construction, refurbishment, and the booming real estate sectors in the countryTaking place from the 10th-12th September, alongside the Hotel & Hospitality Expo and
In a world where convenience meets sustainability, the ingenious one&done toothbrush emerges as a game-changer for travelers and oral care enthusiasts alike. Designed by Turkish designer Pelin Özbalcı, it has a strong focus on functionality, style, and environmental consciousness.Its design cleverly integrates toothbrushes and toothpaste tubes into one easy-to-use device, revolutionizing your oral care routine.
DesignEmbracing relaxation and increasing efficiency, here are solutions to achieve the desired acoustic balance in your work environmentFrom Fika by AllSfär to Fuji by Woven Image, Fost Large by De Vorm, Parthos by Narbutas and Art Prints by Abstracta and Wall of Art – there has been a rise in acoustic products created to improve
Showcasing how design thinking can pave a path for a promising new future utilizing materials already available – FÓLK collaborated with Studio Flétta to fabricate a sustainable airbag displayed at the Polestar showroom during 3daysofdesign in Copenhagen.A sustainable Airbag by FÓLK x Studio Flétta, presented at Polestar showroom during 3daysofdesignInspiring consumers to live a more
From Snøhetta to Han Chong, Andreas Kostopoulos, Nagami, JamesPlumb, Nina+Co, MRDK, FADAA – today designers and brands are taking steps towards sustainable retail design by seamlessly using a natural material palette.Effortlessly bridging the gap and pushing the boundaries of material use and circularity, every choice is aimed at minimizing waste or reviving waste products.For instance
Yusca Studio is an innovative design studio founded in 2021 by Yu-Ying and Dorian Tosca, selected among the ten winners of the DesignWanted Award 2023 edition. Both hailing from different parts of the world, Taiwan and Switzerland, they found common ground in their shared concerns about the environment.Their goal is to deliver unique and creative
At DesignWanted we enjoy a good play on words, especially when it comes to design. That’s why we’re fans of the moniker of Stockholm-based design studio Form Us With Love (FUWL), which playfully swaps out “From” with “Form”, underscoring the importance of form as an essential pillar of design. And while we’ve already featured past articles
Thomas Mair was awarded the DesignWanted Award, within the product design category, for his Kara coffee machine that “should be seen as a new standard for how to design domestic appliances, and shows an alternative way of designing and building electronics“, in the designer’s words.Mair, who moved (from Italy) to the Netherlands in 2018 to
Among the winners of the DesignWanted Award 2023, within the product design category, there is Tiny Eco, the Lavazza coffee machine designed by Florian Seidl and Angelica Rella, both core members of the company in-house team.Their design philosophy is centered on creating “Italian product design” that is easily accessible, innovative, and perfectly designed. Collaboration is
Positively impacting healthcare, sustainable design and innovative technology have joined forces and given rise to a number of health products paving the way for better monitoring, understanding, diagnosis and treatments – from Sustainable Sonic Toothbrush to Dotplot, Hoopsy, Luma and SmartHEAL.Today, cutting down on virgin plastic in toiletries is the one way that designers are
